propensity
/prəˈpɛnsɪti/
pro · pen · si · ty
prə · ˈpɛn · sɪ · ti
English Definition
n. tendency inclination habit
Significado en Español
propensión, tendencia
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khuynh hướng, thiên hướng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro-（inclined to）+ pens（hang/suspend）+ ity→ tendency, hobby.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the synonym for “propensity” as used in the sentence: “Due to her propensity for art, she spent most of her free time at the gallery.”
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A
talent
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B
ability
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C
tendency
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D
obsession
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C — tendency.
“propensity” means n. tendency inclination habit
Common questions about “propensity”
What does “propensity” mean?
propensity — n. tendency inclination habit. In Chinese: 倾向，习性.
How do you pronounce “propensity”?
propensity is pronounced /prəˈpɛnsɪti/. It breaks into 4 syllables: pro · pen · si · ty.
Is “propensity” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. propensity appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “propensity”?
pro-（inclined to）+ pens（hang/suspend）+ ity→ tendency, hobby.
